Ghanaian Nationals Face US Extradition in $100M Fraud Case; Shatta Wale Issues Disclaimer

Three Ghanaian nationals, including an alleged cybercrime kingpin, are reportedly set for extradition to the United States in connection with a sprawling $100 million fraud operation. The alleged scheme involves Business Email Compromise (BEC) and romance scams, according to reports. This development follows a coordinated arrest on Friday, June 13, 2025, by a joint task force comprising Interpol and the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Among those identified as suspects are Isaac Kofi Oduro Boateng, also known as Kofi Boat, a second man referred to as Agony, and a third unnamed accomplice. A fourth suspect linked to the syndicate is currently on the run. The case has drawn significant public attention, particularly after Ghanaian musician Shatta Wale issued a disclaimer regarding his alleged involvement in the scam. In a video statement, Shatta Wale asserted his innocence, stating that his money is clean and urging people to refrain from dragging his name into the conversation.